1	University Retention Through Specific Guidance and Services Presentation co-Sponsored by: Michigan State University’s College Assistance Migrant Program & The Julian Samora Research Institute www.msucamp.msu.edu www.jsri.msu.edu
2	"Wilma Novales-Wibert," Wilma Novales-Wibert, M.A. Doctoral Candidate in Human Ecology MSU CAMP Graduate Assistant Julian Samora Research Institute’s 2002 Summer Fellow Raul ‘Rudy’ Ramos, B.A. MSU CAMP Student Services Coordinator Welcome ¡Bienvenidos!
3	Presentation Overview Introduction of MSU CAMP Assessed Latino Migrant Student Needs Existing University Services MSU CAMP Supplemental Services Academic Performance & Retention Conclusion Questions
4	Introduction of MSU & CAMP Michigan State University (MSU) is a land grant institution founded in 1855 in East Lansing, Michigan. In the 1970’s the MSU Board of Trustees established in-state tuition for migrant/seasonal farm worker students who migrate to and within the state of Michigan MSU’s College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) was established in 2000 and is grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education
5	Introduction of MSU & CAMP MSU CAMP recruits and services migrant and seasonal farm workers as they transition through year one of their postsecondary education Student profile: 1^st generation college student, bi-lingual Latinos, 50% out of state with in state University status
6	Introduction of MSU CAMP Director Secretary/Budget Secretary/Receptionist Undergraduate Staff (3) Assistant Director/Recruitment Coordinator Graduate Assistant (1) Student Services Coordinator Graduate Assistant (2)
7	Assessed Latino Migrant Student Needs Admissions Financial Assistance Student and Faculty Mentors Cohort Housing Academic Tutors (math and writing) Academic Guidance Advocacy Development of a ‘Sense of Belonging’ Heath Services
8	Existing University Services Target Departments: Julian Samora Research Institute Office of Admissions and Scholarships Office of Financial Aid University Housing Cohort Housing Chicano/Latino Fellows Program Latino student and Faculty Mentors
9	Existing University Services Office of Supportive Services College Achievement Admissions Program Academic Advising Mentors/Tutors Advocacy Office of the Registrar’s Orientation
10	Existing University Services University Undergraduate Division Academic Advising King-Chavez-Parks Student Volunteer & Employment opportunities Service Learning Center Alternative Spring Break Volunteer Experiences
11	Existing University Services Office of Racial Ethnic Student Affairs Scholarships Minority Aids Maximizing Academic Growth in College Student Information System Grade Reports Monitor student progress
12	MSU CAMP’s Supplemental Services Un-met financial needs Tuition/Housing Textbooks Basic Needs Stipends Winter Accessories School Supplies University Referral Source Advocacy
13	Supplemental Services cont. Sense of Belonging Host Families Cultural Educational Activities Monthly Program Meetings Mentoring Individual Educational Plans Spanish Department Collaboration Julian Samora Research Institute & MSU CAMP Development of a Native Speakers Spanish Course
14	Academic Performance Academic Performance (2001-2002) 43 Students registered for Fall 2001 76% earned 2.0 GPA or higher 31% earned 3.0 GPA or higher 24% on University Academic probation Academic Performance (2002-2003) 43 Students registered for Fall 2002 77% earned 2.0 GPA or higher 32% earned 3.0 GPA or higher 4 students earned 4.0 23% on University Academic probation
15	Academic Retention Retention (2001-2002) 43 Students enrolled for Fall 2001 32/43 returned to MSU for Fall 2002 5 transferred to other institutions 86% retention in higher education 73% retention at MSU Retention (2002-2003) 43 Students enrolled for Fall 2002 and returned Spring ‘03 Estimated 37/43 will return to MSU for Fall 2002 (self-report) 4 transferred to other institutions 2 will drop out 95% retention in higher education 86% retention at MSU
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